COUNTY ASSESSOR

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Gloucester, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 02182026-01
Department: REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENT
Opening Date: 02/18/2026


Description
Welcome to Gloucester!
Gloucester County is looking for a knowledgeable, innovative and customer service-oriented individual to be the County Assessor , leading the Real Estate Assessment team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the County Assessor leads an established department of 5 highly engaged and dynamic full-time employees.


Gloucester County is a full-service local government, providing schools, libraries, law enforcement, planning and zoning, parks and recreation, utilities, E911 and other services to 40,000 residents over 225 square miles. The County's FY26 General Fund budget is $89 million. The most recent re-assessment, conducted in 2025, produced an assessed value of real property over $7 billion. Currently re-assessments are done triennially.


The Department of Real Estate Assessment is approximately 17 years old with a fully implemented CAMA system, Vision. The goals of the department are to effectively produce a quality reassessment of all real property based on fair market value, assuring uniformity throughout the different classifications of property assessed in the County, with the result being fair and even distribution of the tax burden among all property owners.


The work environment at Gloucester is fast-paced, performance-based, incorporating both public and private sector best practices, and fun-infused. You can expect regular and constructive feedback, development opportunities, great benefits, excellent coworkers, and engaged leaders at every level. You will have opportunities to: be mentally stimulated; use problem solving skills; implement industry's best practices; be an important part of a fun, friendly and efficient team; and be a daily resource maintaining
the trust and integrity developed by the department with our citizens, elected officials, and with our county employees.

Job Highlights
The full salary range for this position is $86,276-$129,414, and the hiring salary will be based upon qualifications and experience.
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To be considered for this position, your online application must include a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references.
Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace

OUR Community: Gloucester County

Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Economics, Business or Public Administration, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Six (6) to nine (9) or more years of progressively responsible experience in assessment and appraisal with considerable experience working with complex databases and CAMA systems, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Successful completion of core course curriculum of the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO).
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards required.
• Certification as Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE) by the IAAO; Certified General Real Estate Appraisal License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.

Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.

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The supplemental questions are an essential part of the application process and will be used to assess whether you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job posting and description. I acknowledge that I must complete the supplemental questions in order for my application to be considered complete.

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When answering the supplemental questions about experience, education, or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the online application.

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

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What is your current highest level of education completed?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
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In what field was your degree obtained? (If you do not possess a post secondary education please enter N/A as your response.)
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Please describe the organizational structure of your current or previous organization, including the total number of employees. Additionally, specify your role and explain how your position fits within the organization's hierarchy.
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How do you define excellent customer service? In your opinion, what are the key skills required to deliver this level of service?
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Please describe the most complex property you have appraised. What factors made this appraisal particularly difficult for you? If you have not encountered such a situation, please respond with N/A.
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Gloucester County features a diverse range of property classifications, including Residential, Commercial, Agricultural, Waterfront, and Exempt. Among these five categories, which do you consider to be your primary area of expertise? Additionally, please identify which classification you believe presents the greatest challenge for you.
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Could you please clarify the most critical initial step or process to undertake during a reassessment?
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Please provide a description of your supervisory experience, including the number of direct reports and their responsibilities. Additionally, describe your management style. How do you believe your direct reports would characterize your management approach? If applicable, please indicate N/A as your response.
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A comprehensive job description for this position can be found on the Human Resources Department's "Job Description" webpage. I acknowledge that I have reviewed and understand the full job description. Additionally, I possess at least three professional references along with their contact information.

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